Which irrigation strategies can we use in our orchard to improve productivity and fruit quality? We will discuss the physiological response of fruit trees to deficit irrigation, how we can obtain optimal timings for our orchard and which technology is available for an automated irrigation system. Speakers Víctor Blanco obtained his Ph.D. in Agronomy with the study of the agronomic and physiological basis for automating regulated deficit irrigation in sweet cherry trees. At the WSU, he is focusing on broaden…

Field Day will include overview of Precision Crop Load Management in Apple SCRI project and commercial crop load management technology demonstrations. Registration is requested to ensure sufficient water, snacks and handouts.

Join Kate Evans, Stefano Musacchi and Bernardita Sallato who will talk about the new apple variety WA 64 in two field tours. Learn what we know so far about this new apple and how to grow it.

Join the WSU Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center and USDA-ARS Wenatchee for a field day Tuesday August 6, 2024. This field day is designed to highlight the latest research for growers, consultants, packers, industry professionals, university researchers and staff. We hope you will take home new ideas and enjoy a morning full of new information and networking with your peers.